The Erasmus+ Youth Accreditation France Professional Development Activity took place in Strasbourg, France, with the support of the Turkish National Agency and in cooperation with COJEP.
05 July 2023
The Erasmus+ Youth Accreditation France Professional Development Activity took place in Strasbourg, France, with the support of the Turkish National Agency and in cooperation with COJEP. In this first edition of the mobility, 20 youth workers and civil society volunteers who contribute to the participation of disadvantaged young people in civil society took part in the project.
Within the scope of the program, participants received theoretical training on topics such as civil society theory, communication and networking activities, social work skills, social dialogue, social entrepreneurship, the role and legal framework of civil society, public–NGO relations, strategic planning, and the EU accession process. They also engaged in practical activities aimed at enhancing their knowledge and skills in areas such as training competencies, civil society dialogue, and effective volunteering, while conducting research and participating in field visits.
Visits were made to the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, the European Youth Centre, the European Court of Human Rights, the Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye, and the Türkiye Maarif Foundation. Participants had the opportunity to observe EU cooperation projects and follow the NGO-related work of the EU on-site. They also took part in various historical and cultural excursions in France, including the Alsace–Lorraine region.
It is anticipated that the participants, having successfully completed the project and earned their Youthpass certificates, will contribute to more qualified and impactful civil society work in Türkiye and take on leadership roles in international projects by applying the skills and insights gained during this program.
